Matthew Beesley
- Age: 21 years
Competitor in Skill: Landscape Gardening
Country: United Kingdom
How did you get interested in your skill?
It was just something I fell into. I enjoy working outside so it’s the perfect career for me.
Where did you do your training for your skill?
I trained at Reaseheath College.
How did you first find out about your Member organization and its programs?
My College encouraged me to enter the WorldSkills UK Skills Competitions, from which I was asked by WorldSkills UK to compete for a place in Squad and Team UK for WorldSkills São Paulo 2015.
Who influenced you to pursue your skill as a career?
It has really been down to me.
What is your experience in participating with your Member organization?
As part of Squad and Team UK, I have worked with my Training Manager Colin McKnight, a lecturer at CAFRE, on a varied training programme.
Describe your most memorable moment so far with WorldSkills?
Getting selected for Squad then Team UK.
Describe what your experience has been since your involvement with WorldSkills
As part of Squad and Team UK, I have worked with my Training Manager Colin McKnight, a lecturer at CAFRE, on a varied training programme.
Did participating in the skills competitions and training for WorldSkills help you progress in your skill? Please describe.
Yes, the training that I received for WorldSkills directly relates to the work that I do.
What do you currently do? Where do you work?
I run my own business Beesleys Landscapes
What are your future career aspirations?
To succeed in life and business.